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Name	West Highland White Terrier	Pomapoo	Shih-Poo
Origins	Scotland	United States	China Tibet
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Roseneath Terrier Westie Westy White Roseneath Terrier Poltalloch Terrier	Pomapoos Pomeroodle Pompoo Pooranian	Pooshi Shoodle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Cross Breed

West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, West Highland White Terrier or Pomapoo or Shih-Poo? Which is the smallest dog, West Highland White Terrier or Pomapoo or Shih-Poo?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, West Highland White Terrier or Pomapoo or Pomapoo? West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo weight comparison:	Male: 15-22 pounds (7-10 kg), Female: 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg)	5-15 pounds (2.3-6.8 kg)	8-15 pounds (4-7 kg) 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 18.5 pounds (8.5 kg), Female: 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	11.5 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, West Highland White Terrier or Pomapoo or Shih-Poo? West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo height comparison:	Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)	8-10 inches (20-25 cm)	8-15 inches (20-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)	9 inches (22.5 cm)	11.5 inches (29 cm)

West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, West Highland White Terrier or Pomapoo or Shih-Poo? Which is more expensive?	$900-$1200	$400-$1800	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, West Highland White Terrier or Pomapoo or Shih-Poo?	Very frequent: The West Highland White Terrier is quite easy to get.	Average: The Pomapoo is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Shih-Poo is easier than average to get.

West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Pomapoo dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Shih-Poo dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo trainability comparison.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Pomapoo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: West Highland White Terrier or Pomapoo or Shih-Poo?	West Highland White Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Pomapoo dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog West Highland White Terrier or Pomapoo or Shih-Poo? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	West Highland White Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Pomapoo dogs are average defenders. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs are average defenders. See more.
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West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, West Highland White Terrier or Pomapoo or Shih-Poo? West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate	Intelligent Friendly Affectionate	Intelligent Loyal Sweet Companionable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo?	Average to High: West Highland White Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Pomapoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Shih-Poo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo social needs comparison:	West Highland White Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Pomapoo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	West Highland White Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Pomapoo dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Pomapoo dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo playfulness comparison:	The West Highland White Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Pomapoo is a playful breed. See more.	The Shih-Poo is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo?	A lot: West Highland White Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Pomapoo barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Shih-Poo rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly West Highland White Terrier or Pomapoo or Shih-Poo?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep West Highland White Terrier indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Pomapoo breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Shih-Poo breed.
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West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	West Highland White Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Pomapoo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Shih-Poo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: West Highland White Terrier or Pomapoo or Shih-Poo?	West Highland White Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Pomapoo dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Shih-Poo dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: West Highland White Terrier or Pomapoo or Shih-Poo?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 West Highland White Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pomapoo bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Shih-Poo bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pomapoo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shih-Poo has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo mouthiness comparison:	West Highland White Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Pomapoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo health comparison. Which is the healthier: West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Pomapoo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Shih-Poo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo health problems comparison:	Cataracts Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Craniomandibular Osteopathy Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy White Dog Shaker Syndrome Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Atopic Dermatitis Hyperplastic Dermatosis Pulmonary Fibrosis	Cataracts Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Epilepsy	Dental Problems Heatstroke
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The West Highland White Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Pomapoo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Shih-Poo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo lifespan comparison. How long do West Highland White Terrier, Pomapoo and Shih-Poo breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of West Highland White Terrier: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Pomapoo: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Shih-Poo: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The West Highland White Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Pomapoo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shih-Poo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a West Highland White Terrier or Pomapoo or Shih-Poo? West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo energy level comparison:	West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Pomapoo dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Shih-Poo dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: West Highland White Terrier or Pomapoo or Shih-Poo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	West Highland White Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Pomapoo dogs have an average exercise need.	Shih-Poo dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: West Highland White Terrier or Pomapoo or Shih-Poo?	West Highland White Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Pomapoo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Shih-Poo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
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West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: West Highland White Terrier or Pomapoo or Shih-Poo?	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the West Highland White Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Pomapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shih-Poo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo coat comparison:	Dense	Short Medium	Curly Straight Curly & Straight
Colors What are the original West Highland White Terrier, Pomapoo and Shih-Poo color?	White	Black Red White Brown Fawn Sable	Black White Brown Brindle Various combinations
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, West Highland White Terrier or Pomapoo or Shih-Poo? West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo grooming comparison:	Advanced: The West Highland White Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Shih-Poo doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more West Highland White Terrier or Pomapoo or Shih-Poo? West Highland White Terrier or Pomapoo or {name3 shedding:	West Highland White Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Pomapoo dogs shed moderately. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: West Highland White Terrier or Pomapoo or Shih-Poo?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo?	Low 🔽 The West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Pomapoo has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Shih-Poo has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The West Highland White Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Pomapoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shih-Poo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	West Highland White Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Pomapoo dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Shih-Poo dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly West Highland White Terrier or Pomapoo or Shih-Poo? Which dog is more friendly?	West Highland White Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Pomapoo dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Shih-Poo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly West Highland White Terrier or Pomapoo or Shih-Poo?	West Highland White Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Pomapoo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Shih-Poo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly West Highland White Terrier or Pomapoo or Shih-Poo?	West Highland White Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Pomapoo dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Shih-Poo dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly West Highland White Terrier or Pomapoo or Shih-Poo?	West Highland White Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Pomapoo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Shih-Poo dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo?	Yes West Highland White Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Pomapoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shih-Poo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No West Highland White Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Pomapoo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shih-Poo is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	West Highland White Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Pomapoos are commonly okay with elderly people.	Shih-Poos are commonly okay with elderly people.

West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: West Highland White Terrier or Pomapoo or Shih-Poo? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo?	Not really West Highland White Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pomapoo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shih-Poo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can West Highland White Terrier and Pomapoo and Shih-Poo have?	2-5 puppies	2-5 puppies	3-4 puppies
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West Highland White Terrier vs Pomapoo vs Shih-Poo Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Terrier breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers	Not recognized by any clubs.	Not recognized by any clubs.

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